Quote by C. S. Lewis

Telling us to obey instinct is like telling us to obey 'people.' People say different things: so do instincts. Our instincts are at war... Each instinct, if you listen to it, will claim to be gratified at the expense of the rest.


Telling us to obey instinct is like telling us to obey 'peop

Summary

This quote by C.S. Lewis suggests that relying solely on instincts is analogous to obeying different people with conflicting opinions. Just as people's views vary, our instincts also conflict with one another. Each instinct desires its own satisfaction, disregarding the needs or desires of other instincts. Lewis criticizes the idea of blindly following instincts as they can lead to internal conflicts and prioritize self-gratification without considering the greater good or finding a harmonious balance.

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